Silver toothpick holder with chalice on trunks and vine with acanthus

Description: Silver toothpick holder with golden chalice surrounded by vines and tree trunks. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weight: 98.41 grams. Dimensions: ...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with chalice supported by a climbing plant with acanthus leaves, resting on a raised base with three support feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portugu...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with chalice resting on acanthus tree and a base of three legs formed by tree trunks. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weig...

Description: Silver toothpick holder with chalice on a vine with bunches of grapes and resting on three trunk-shaped feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Porto Coroa. Weig...

This cute antique Art Nouveau figurative toothpick holder by WMF is a delightful representation of the period's artistic sensibilities. Crafted from silver-plated pewter in a material known as "Britannia Metall," this piece exudes a certain charm and whimsy that is characteristic of Art Nouveau design. The toothpick holder features a figurative scene depicting a young boy cradling a dachshund puppy in his arms. This tender and endearing scene captures a moment of affection and companionship between the boy and his furry friend. The attention to detail in rendering both the boy's features and the dachshund's playful expression showcases the skilled artistry of the WMF craftsmen. "Britannia Metall" refers to a high-quality pewter alloy that was favored during the Art Nouveau period for its malleability and durability. The silver-plated finish lends a touch of elegance to the piece, while still allowing the fine details of the figurine to shine through. WMF, or Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, was a renowned German metalware company that was at the forefront of Art Nouveau design. Their pieces are highly collectible and sought after for their exceptional craftsmanship and artistic merit. This antique toothpick...

A fine example of late 19th-century Austrian craftsmanship, this silver spice container showcases masterful filigree work in a design that is both delicate and ornate. The piece stan...

We fell in love with this delicate and beautifully decorated tin vessel. Standing tall on 4 Column this goblet-like vessel has a unique shape. Its rich decoration reminds us of the organically and nature-inspired epoch of the French art nouveau or German jugendstil. Its decoration has a more artisan, primitive feel to it. You can tell that this tin vessel has been decorated with passion and attention to detail. We can imagine this piece to be used as a vessel for flowers...

This antique bottle holder was made by the well known Hukin & Heath silversmiths of England and dates to approximately 1920 and done in the perio...